Rich, a reader, recently posted a question on one of our prior blog posts (here). He is hitting a river that is new to him and wanted some advice. FWIW, my response is below. Everyone has a different approach, and I’d love to hear what you do when you’re targeting a new freestone river this
Category: Techniques
Podcast on Montana and Aaron Jasper
It’s true. I have a love affair with Montana. Wild fish, big fish, clean air, and truly amazing waters. I’ve had the chance to fish out there a few times, as I have family out there. I always come back with many incredible memories. So, I listened intently to an “Ask about Fly Fishing” podcast
Fishing in Colder Weather
Well, we are sliding to the heart of autumn. The daylight period is shrinking, and the water temps are declining. See below for the temps. for the Green River. As I’ve blogged before, water temps. are critical, for they help determine trout behavior and what your fishing strategy may be. So, next time out on
Purple
I’ve been playing around with some new colors and flies. One fly I recently made is up top. It is very simple, comprising of a size 10 hook, black thread, wire for weight, purple marabou feathers, and copper wire. After pinching down the barb and putting on some non-lead wire, copper wire and a